Mint Arrow Messages

In this episode, Corrine sits down with Coach Ballgame to talk about bringing joy back to youth sports and why raising great humans matters more than raising great athletes.

Coach Ballgame shares how he went from a win-at-all-costs coach to building his entire philosophy around connection, character, and fun. Together, they talk about why parents get so anxious watching their kids compete, the importance of letting kids fail, and how our reactions from the sidelines can either build their love of the game or slowly take it away.

They also get into what to do when your child has a bad coach, how to encourage a naturally driven kid without burning them out, and why specializing too early may not be the best path, even for kids who really love their sport.

Whether you’re raising a serious athlete or a kid who’s just getting started, this conversation is such a good reminder to keep the long game in mind: protect their joy, build their character, and let the wins come second.

For more from Coach Ballgame, follow him on Instagram @coachballgame or visit coachballgame.com for his camps, Coach Ballgame University, book, and more.

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This episode is a Mint Arrow Messages greatest hit, originally aired in 2023 and brought back today because its message still meets so many of us right where we are.

In this episode, Corrine and Neil set aside a planned Easter message and process the heaviness of the Covenant School shooting in Nashville out loud with listeners. Speaking as parents, they open up about fear, grief, and the ache of dropping kids off at school in a world shaped by gun violence. They do not claim to be experts, but share personal experiences and faith-centered teachings that have helped them navigate loss, prayer, parenting, and the question of why bad things happen to good people.

With honesty and compassion, they talk about free agency, collective prayer, school safety, and the tension around “thoughts and prayers,” while acknowledging the helpless and frustrated feelings so many carry. This episode offers a safe space to process grief, seek peace, and remember that hope and faith can exist even in the middle of sorrow, and you are warmly invited to listen again or for the first time.

Supporting Resources:

• "Tragedy or Destiny" From the life of Spencer W. Kimball.
• "When Bad Things Happen to Good People" Book by Harold S. Kushner

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Nearly two decades after her first time attending the temple, Corrine sits down with her dad, Grant Foster, for one of the most meaningful conversations ever shared on Mint Arrow Messages. This listener-favorite episode is being reshared because its message continues to resonate deeply, especially in seasons when slowing down and returning to faith-centered foundations matters more than ever.

Corrine reflects on the temple orientation that changed her entire first experience and how learning that God works in patterns brought clarity and peace. Together, Corrine and Grant talk about preparing for the temple with intention, worthiness without perfection, and learning spiritual truths line upon line. Grant draws from decades of church leadership and temple worship, including his current service as Mission President of the Philippines Urdaneta Mission, to share why focusing on how you feel often matters more than understanding everything at once.

The conversation weaves together scripture, temple symbolism, and real-life application, connecting ancient patterns found in the Old Testament, the Tabernacle, and Gethsemane to modern temple worship. They discuss covenant living, integrity, consecration, discernment, and how these principles shape marriage, family life, decision-making, and spiritual growth over time.

Whether you are preparing to attend the temple for the first time or simply seeking more peace, perspective, and connection with God, this episode offers a grounding reminder of why returning to sacred spaces can quietly change everything.

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Supporting resources:

Current and upcoming temple open house events

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/open-houses?lang=eng

What goes on inside of temples; covenants, clothing, ordinances, and what it looks like inside.

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples?lang=eng

"What Are the Five Covenants Made in the Temple Endowment?" LDS Living article

LDSliving.com/endowmentcovenants

Example Patterns in Scriptures of Temple Symbolism, Rituals, and Instruction

• We go to the temple to dwell in the presence of God (Isaiah 2:2-3; Daniel 2:34-35, 44-45) . By going to the temple, He will (a) teach us of His ways; and (b) we will walk in His paths. Examples:
• Enoch (Moses 7:2-4)(sees Lord; sees history of the world)
• Brother of Jared (Ether 3:13, 25)(sees Jesus; sees all inhabitants and ends of the earth)
• Moses (Moses 1:1-2, 3-4)(sees God and talked with Him; shows him workmanship of His hands - the creation)
• Nephi (1 Nephi 11:1-6, 11)(Sees Spirit of the Lord; sees history from Jesus’ birth to end)
• Patterns of Places of worship

Tabernacle (Exodus 40):

• Court/courtyard (telestial)
• Tent/tabernacle/temple (terrestrial)
• Veil (must pass through to get to the holiest place)
• Holy of Holies - ark of the covenant (celestial)

Mt Sinai:

• Israel remained at the foot of Mt. Sinai (Exo 19:17, 21, 23)
• Aaron & Sons & 70 elders went part way up (Exo 19: 24; 24:1)
• Moses went up to the top to the Lord (Exo 19:20; 24:2)

Gethsemane (Matt 26:36-46):

• 8 Apostles - edge – 8 witnesses (telestial)(Matt 26:36)
• Peter, James, & John - part way – 3 witnesses (terrestrial)(Matt 26:37)
• Jesus - alone - Testator (Matt 26:39) (Heb 9:16-17)

Examples of temple rituals and symbolism taught in scriptures:

• Washings - lavar for washings (Exodus 40:7, 11-12, 30-32; Leviticus 16:4)
• Anointing with oil (Exodus 40:9, 15)
• Holy garments (Exodus 28:42; 40:13)
• Veil (Exodus 40:3, 21-22, 26; Hebrews 10:19-20)
• Temple clothing (Exodus 28; Leviticus 16:3-4)

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Greatest Hit Series: This originally aired as Episode 198.

As the new year begins, many people find themselves asking, “What is my purpose right now?” In this episode, Corrine and Neil respond to a listener's question about purpose, time, and how to know if you are spending your life the way God intends.

They share a faith-filled perspective on finding purpose in everyday life, especially in seasons that feel quieter or uncertain. Corrine and Neil talk about why purpose is often found in small acts of service, using the opportunities already in front of you, and resisting the pressure to compare your season to someone else’s. They also discuss how different seasons of life require different levels of capacity and why God does not expect the same output from us in every season.

This episode explores how serving others can change the way we experience our days, why some of the most important work happens within our homes and families, and how viewing time through an eternal perspective can bring peace and clarity. If you are entering the new year feeling unsure about your direction, this conversation will help you reset your focus, trust God’s timing, and recognize that your purpose may be simpler and more meaningful than you think.

Supporting Resources:

• “Turning Enemies into Friends” Talk by Sharon Eubank
• “Content with the Things Allotted unto Us” Talk by Neal A. Maxwell
• “The Needs before Us” Talk by Bonnie L. Oscarson
• “Addiction Recovery Program: A Guide to Addiction Recovery and Healing”

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Greatest Hit Series: This originally aired as Episode 247.

In this episode, Corrine speaks to anyone feeling a post-Christmas letdown, wishing they had made Jesus more central once the holiday season has passed. She shares a simple but powerful tradition she’s practiced for years: choosing a personal “gift” to give Jesus for the year ahead.

Corrine reflects on lessons she’s learned through past gifts, including choosing joy during hardship, learning to trust God more deeply, and walking with Jesus through uncertainty. She opens up about how studying the Gospels led her to the repeated invitation to “take no thought,” and how radical trust in Christ has shaped her faith, family, and work in unexpected ways.

This episode is a gentle invitation to pause, pray, and listen as a new year begins, offering hope, perspective, and a meaningful way to grow closer to Jesus long after Christmas is over.

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Marriage doesn’t need a total reset to get better. It often just needs honesty, consistency, and a willingness to start small.

In this episode, Corrine sits down with author Chelsea Smith to talk about practical, real-life ways to strengthen your marriage one day at a time. Chelsea shares the heart behind her book, “I Do” Today: A 52-Week Guide to the Marriage You’ve Been Waiting For, and why she chose to focus on small, doable habits instead of overwhelming advice or unrealistic expectations.

After more than two decades of marriage, Chelsea openly shares stories from her own relationship, not just what they’ve done right, but the lessons learned along the way. Together, Corrine and Chelsea talk about communication, unmet expectations, intimacy, and why sex can be a powerful connector in marriage, especially during seasons of stress, grief, or parenting.

Faith is woven throughout the conversation as Chelsea explains how turning to God for wholeness releases the pressure for marriage or a spouse to be perfect. This episode is a hopeful reminder that growth is possible, that struggle is normal, and that the marriage you dream of is often built through small choices made consistently.

For more from Chelsea, follow her on Instagram @chelseasmith and order her book “I Do” Today on Amazon here: https://amzlink.to/az0QehaH6JCjj

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In this episode, Corrine and Neil share a simple story that turned into a powerful reminder about discernment and integrity. After test-playing several Steinway pianos, Corrine realized that the one that looked the prettiest on the outside wasn’t the one with the “rich and deep” sound she loved. Instead, the piano that felt like “the soul was speaking” to her was the one that didn’t look perfect at all.

That experience opened the door to a bigger conversation about the scripture “By their fruits ye shall know them.” Corrine and Neil talk about how this same principle showed up again in an unexpected business conversation, and how true character and true value always reveals itself in the fruit, not the shine.

Neil also shares how this applies in recovery, where “you can’t fake the fruit,” and how real change only comes through rigorous honesty and the atonement of Jesus Christ.

This episode offers a grounded, faith-centered look at how to recognize what’s real, how to see people clearly, and how God helps us discern the truth beneath the surface.

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In this episode, Corrine and Neil talk about why Christmas traditions are so important and how they help kids feel a sense of belonging, meaning, and home. They share how traditions become “anchors” for families, why familiar foods, smells, and rituals make Christmas feel magical, and how simple moments often become the memories children cherish most.

They also open up about their biggest early-marriage misunderstandings, which came from unspoken expectations on Christmas Eve, and how it taught them to communicate clearly, blend their families’ traditions, and avoid holiday stress. With honesty and humor, they walk through what helps couples stay on the same page and create a Christ-centered Christmas without perfectionism or overwhelm.

Along with favorite listener traditions, Corrine and Neil offer practical pillars for making the season meaningful, including anchoring in faith, embracing familiar cues, choosing fun for kids, and letting everyone participate even when it is messy or imperfect. It is a heartfelt guide for anyone wanting to simplify, connect, and build Christmas traditions that truly last!

Supporting Resources:

• The Entitlement Trap by Richard and Linda Eyre: https://amzlink.to/az0GZ4p0hjJWy
• Bonds That Make Us Free by C. Terry Warner: https://amzlink.to/az034ewnLCAS2

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What helps you stay grounded when spiritual leadership changes or your source of guidance shifts? How do you continue to feel connected to God during seasons of transition?

In this episode, Corrine and Neil open up about navigating the change in leadership after the passing of President Russell M. Nelson, the Prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the sustaining of President Dallin H. Oaks as the new President of the Church. They share a rare and uplifting personal experience with President Oaks that completely changed how they viewed him and helped them recognize the deep compassion and Christlike love within spiritual leaders.

Corrine reflects on an earlier chapter of her life when she wrestled with loss and uncertainty and how she learned to trust in God through the teachings of a new Church leader when she needed comfort and hope the most. Neil describes the moment he felt a powerful, personal confirmation from God during a leadership transition and how it shaped his ongoing faith.

Whether you belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or have a different faith background, this conversation is centered on a universal principle. God knows how to guide His children. He provides spiritual leadership, loving nudges, and personal witnesses that help us feel anchored in Him, especially during times of change.

Supporting resources:

• What the ‘Forgotten Man’ Painting Means to President Oaks - https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/what-the-forgotten-man-painting-means-to-president-oaks
• We have a prophet of God,’ President Freeman testifies in missionary devotional - https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2025/10/15/we-have-prophet-god-president-emily-belle-freeman-provo-mtc-devotional/
• Prophets Can See Around Corners - https://speeches.byuh.edu/devotionals/prophets-can-see-around-corners

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Greatest Hit Series: This originally aired as Episode 227.

So many Christians mix up Christlike love with codependent behavior—but Jesus Himself never rescued people from their consequences, avoided conflict to keep the peace, or ran Himself into burnout trying to fix everyone.

In this episode, Corrine and Neil break down why Jesus was NOT codependent, and how understanding His true example can bring more peace, agency, and healthy boundaries into your relationships.

They walk through powerful scriptures from Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” to the Sermon on the Mount, that show how Jesus honored agency, let people choose their own path, and taught us to love others without losing ourselves. Corrine also explains how people-pleasing, rescuing, and overgiving keep us stuck in codependent cycles, and what Christ actually modeled instead: clarity, compassion, rest, and perfect love.

If you want to learn how to set healthy boundaries, stop over-functioning, or love others in a more Christ-centered way, this conversation will give you hope, relief, and a totally new perspective on what it means to follow Jesus.

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